Video - Retail Employee

a. Describe the retail sector as spoken by Lynn Bavage.
The retail sector spoken is a very flexible sector. It allows employees to pick the working hours which they want to work, so that the job can fit into their lifestyles and vice versa.

b. Why did Lynn Bavage say that retail is the best job in the world?
She thinks that it is the best job in the world as the progression opportunities are incredibly fast and has high earning potential. Opportunities are right out there for employees to grab if they have the right attitude and capabilities. It also provides employees with many opportunities to work with a wide variety of products, as well as different individuals.

c. Briefly explain what Tilly’s coffee shop looks for when employing staff.
Ability to communicate with others, reliability, trustworthiness, past experiences, and good time management.

d. Name the other retailer showcased in the video.
The other retailer showcased in the video is TESCO.

e. Briefly describe the important skills that are outlined in the video. What are the benefits for the retail employees in the video?
The several important skills outlined are good communication skills, reliability, trustworthiness, ability to build relationship with customers and enjoy working with the products.

Some benefits for the retail employees are:
Flexible sector for employees to pick the working hours to work so as to fit their lifestyle or to fit the job.
Gain confidence through achievements.
Gain experience
Gain Self-esteem

f. Outline any two retailing careers that are available at the retailers that are mentioned in the video.
The two retailing careers are Team Leader and Shop Floor Manager.